F/T Speciality Chef/Head Chef (Thai Food) (8018 Mons Road, Whistler)

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F/T Speciality Chef/Head Chef (Thai Food) (8018 Mons Road, Whistler)

Barn Nork Restaurant Ltd. dba Barn Nork Aharn Thai is seeking a fulltime Speciality Chef/Head Chef (Thai Food) at its Whistler location.

Job Description/Duties:

• Direct, prepare and supervise cooking and other food preparation activities on a daily basis;
• Communicate the daily plan of service each day;
• Prepare and cook a variety of Thai cuisine dishes, including sauces and curry bases;
• Balance productivity without compromising product quality;
• Monitor and oversee sanitation practices to ensure the standards of cleanliness in the kitchen are always met by employees;
• Analyze recipes and make menu changes when necessary to keep customers happy and to minimize overhead costs when possible;
• Coordinate all food purchasing, budgeting and planning operations with Restaurant Managers/Owners/Executive Chefs;
• Meet with customers as needed to arrange menu items and negotiate prices for catering, banquets and other special occasions;
• Inspect cooking equipment, supplies, work areas and ingredients to ensure that all are in accordance with company health and safety guidelines;
• Oversee building and equipment maintenance and oversee the storeroom and maintain organization of all products/ingredients for monthly/quarterly/yearly inventories;
• Determine when additional help is needed to maintain satisfactory service, then recruit, interview and hire cooks and kitchen workers when needed, by effectively communicating with Restaurant Managers/Owners/Executive Chefs;
• Ensure high level of presentation of all dishes served;
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly and efficiently;
• Maintain high quality standard of all ingredients;
• Close down dish area / kitchen at end of the night as well as oversee and direct the kitchen team in closing the restaurant each night;
• Instruct and oversee the training of cooks in the preparation and technique of Thai cuisine dishes, cooking and presentation of appetizers, especially with wok;
• Initiate and/or positively participate in new menu/special seasonal menu items creation in our team;
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect within the team

Skills and Qualification Requirements:

• Completion of a college or other program in cooking
• 3 years of working experience of cooking Thai cuisine dishes in commercial kitchen
• Ability to do all the above-mentioned duties in a high volume, high quality culinary environment
• Supervising experience in Food Industry is a strong asset
• Leadership skills
• Excellent knife skills
• Ability to lift 40 to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work weekends & holidays
• A keen eye for detail and prevision
• An interest in development & growth of culinary skills/creativity
• Positive, friendly & calm disposition/mind-set
• Ability to work independently and as a team member

Language:

• Communication skills in English

Compensation:

• $36.60/hour, 30-40hrs/week, 4% vacation pay, extended health and dental

Work Location: 8018 Mons Road, Whistler, BC V8E1K6

The position is focused on taking responsibility for daily operations and executing all food production. A keen eye for monitoring quality control and maintaining the high level of authentic Thai food Barn Nork is known for is essential.

How to Apply

Please e-mail your resume at info@barnnork.com

*Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Categories: Restaurant. Job Types: Full-Time. Job expires in 365 days.

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